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Edinburgh to Walton (Merseyside) train prices and times

Planning a journey from Edinburgh to Walton (Merseyside)? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as €18.33, with average prices for this route around €27.31. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
22:58 9h 40m, No direct Edinburgh Park	08:38 +1 Walton (Merseyside)	Find Tickets
23:25 10h 48m, No direct Edinburgh Gateway	10:13 +1 Walton (Merseyside)	Find Tickets
23:45 12h 53m, No direct Edinburgh (Waverley)	12:38 +1 Paris	Find Tickets

Edinburgh to Walton (Merseyside) train route details

First train

06:12

Last train

23:45

Departure station

Edinburgh

Arrival station

Walton (Merseyside)

Journey time

4h 1m

Distance

278 km

Price

€18.33*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, Northern, ScotRail

How to book cheap train tickets from Edinburgh to Walton (Merseyside)

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Edinburgh to Walton (Merseyside) during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Edinburgh to Walton (Merseyside) for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split Tickets for greater savings

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets to save more on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from Edinburgh to Walton (Merseyside), you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This is often cheaper than purchasing a direct ticket, and you usually won’t need to change trains or seats.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Edinburgh to Walton (Merseyside) ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from Edinburgh to Walton (Merseyside) more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Edinburgh to Walton (Merseyside) train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.

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Edinburgh to Walton (Merseyside) train prices and times

Edinburgh to Walton (Merseyside) train route details